Northwest Arkansas National Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
XNA
ICAO Code
KXNA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) serves the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers-Bentonville metropolitan area. It is a commercial regional airport with multiple daily flights to U.S. hubs and handles a mix of scheduled airlines and general aviation traffic. Passenger volumes are in the low‑to‑mid‑millions annually.

Northwest Arkansas National Airport
Elevation: 392 m
36.2819, -94.3068

Terminal Guide for Northwest Arkansas National Airport #

XNA operates from a single passenger terminal with multiple concourses/gates serving mainline and regional flights. The terminal layout provides a straightforward progression from curbside drop‑off through security to the gate areas, with concessions and rental-car counters on site.

Getting to and From Northwest Arkansas National Airport #

The airport is located within easy driving distance of the main Northwest Arkansas cities; ground transport options are well established.

  • Rail/Metro: None.
  • Buses: Some regional shuttle and bus services connect the airport to nearby cities - schedules vary.
  • Taxis: Metered taxis and local car services operate to Bentonville, Rogers and Fayetteville; fares depend on destination.
  • Ride‑share: Uber and Lyft operate in the region; expect 15-25 minute rides to downtown areas.
  • Driving: Typical drive times are about 15-25 minutes to Bentonville or Fayetteville depending on traffic; rental cars and on‑site parking are available.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Northwest Arkansas National Airport #

XNA offers a full regional‑airport set of passenger facilities.

  • Lounges: Some airline and paid lounges may be available; check carrier offerings.
  • Food & drink: Multiple sit‑down and quick‑service options airside and landside.
  • Wi‑Fi: Complimentary airport Wi‑Fi is typically available.
  • Charging: Charging points and USB outlets are present in gate areas.
  • Luggage/Accessibility: Standard checked‑baggage services and accessible facilities; rental cars and ground‑transport desks are on site.

Hotels and Layovers at Northwest Arkansas National Airport #

  • Hilton Garden Inn Bentonville - one of several chain hotels within a short drive of the airport.

Several chain and independent hotels are located within 10-20 minutes of the terminal; use the airport’s ground-transport options or a rental car to reach them.

Tips for Northwest Arkansas National Airport #

  • Book ground transportation in advance if heading to Bentonville or Fayetteville - ride-share and shuttle options are plentiful but can surge during events.
  • XNA can handle connections to major U.S. hubs; allow time for baggage re‑check if making onward connections.
  • If visiting nearby corporate campuses (e.g., Bentonville), check employer shuttles - they sometimes run from the airport.

Weather & Climate near Northwest Arkansas National Airport #

Climate

Northwest Arkansas National Airport's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -5°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1166 mm/year), wettest in May.

Air Quality: AQI 30 Good
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
44°
Warmest Month
-21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 7°C and lows of -5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

54 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-5°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

52 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2° 10°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
4.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
16°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (113 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
21°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

113 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (131 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

76 Very Good

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
12° 25°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

131 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

121 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
20° 32°
67%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.2h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

83 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
19° 32°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
15° 28°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
3.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.5
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

72 Very Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
14°
76%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
10.1h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -3°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

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